'This is not who I am' - Hulk Hogan apologises after racist rant is leaked

The former wrestler issues a statement saying he was 'disappointed' in his use of language

HULK Hogan has apologised for a number of racist remarks he made in a recorded chat.

The former wrestler was making comments about his daughter's boyfriend at the time.

Hulk Hogan has apologised for the language he used in a conversation[Wenn]

The speech, made to a friend's wife Heather Clem, emerged as part of a legal battle.

Hulk Hogan, real name Terry Bollea, issued a statement saying: "Eight years ago I used offensive language during a conversation.

"It was unacceptable for me to have used that offensive language; there is no excuse for it and I apologise for having done it.

"I believe very strongly that every person in the world is important and should not be treated differently based on race, gender, orientation, religious beliefs or otherwise.

The wrestler said he was 'disappointed' in his use of language[Wenn]

"I am disappointed with myself that I used language that is offensive and inconsistent with my own beliefs."

The 61 year old is thought to have said: "I don't know if Brooke was f**king the black guy's son. I mean, I don't have double standards. I mean, I am a racist, to a point, f**king n****rs.

"But then when it comes to nice people and s**t, and whatever. I mean, I'd rather if she was going to f**k some n****r, I'd rather have her marry an 8-foot-tall n****r worth a hundred million dollars! Like a basketball player!